Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: grindcore
Song Meaning of “Religião pra Quê?” by Homicide
Religião pra Quê? is Homicide’s anthem for freedom of expression and liberation from oppressive, religious systems.
The song accuses religion of being merely an excuse to impose constraints on the people. In traditional beliefs, the speaker questions why the people are told to believe in the same arbitrary rules instead of being allowed to follow their own path – an underlying theme of the song.
The chorus is a passionate plea for freedom from oppressive systems: “Religião pra quê? Liberdade pra quê? Vou viver como quero. O que ela me diz, nunca entendi. Sempre me mantive muito longe dela.”
The speaker is demanding independence from the strict religious dogma and an end to the chains, both literal and metaphorical, which bind him/her. He/she is asserting their right to choose their own beliefs and values without the interference of religion.
The message of the song is clear: don’t let anyone control your life through religion; find your own path and seek your own truth. This resonates deeply with anyone who has felt oppressed by traditional religious systems and wants to break free. It is a powerful reminder that freedom of thought and expression comes from within.